Careers

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Corporate Opportunities

From management to facilities, the Grand Rapids Downtown Market Admin team is a place for ambitious people to thrive, collaborate, and grow.

  • The Grand Rapids Downtown Market is seeking an experienced Chief Operations Officer (COO) to join our team as we launch into the next ten years of exciting growth. This vital role is directly responsible for developing and executing internal operational strategies necessary to achieve the goals and objectives of the Grand Rapids Downtown Market (GRDM). Among other functions, the COO will oversee facilities, leasing and tenant relations, culinary operations, and events.

    APPLY HERE

  • The Grand Rapids Downtown Market is seeking a seasoned Event Sales Manager to join our Private Events Team!

    The Event Sales Manager is primarily focused on leading and directing all private event and corporate event sales efforts at the Downtown Market.

    APPLY HERE

  • Join the Downtown Market Facilities Crew, a dependable team that works together to keep the Market in tip-top shape.

    The schedule for this role is Wednesday-Sunday and requires weekends and night shifts that can go as late as 9:00pm or 2:00am.

    The Facilities Crew team members will assist in keeping all indoor and outdoor areas of the facility clean. The Facilities Crew assists the events team with event set-ups and tear-downs, and partners with the Greenhouse and Culinary departments on various janitorial-related projects.

    APPLY HERE

  • Join the Downtown Market Facilities Crew, a dependable team that works together to keep the Market in tip-top shape.

    This is a weekend, part-time role and the schedule for this role is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons/evenings.

    The Facilities Crew team members assist in keeping all indoor and outdoor areas of the facility clean. The Facilities Crew assists the events team with event set-ups and tear-downs, and partners with the Greenhouse and Culinary departments on various janitorial-related projects.

    APPLY HERE

Market Hall Opportunities

The artisan businesses that make up the Market Hall have open positions for front of house, part time prep, back of house, kitchen, and more. Be a part of a constantly growing food community!

  • Come create in our from scratch kitchen with a team that means business!

    Fish Lads of Grand Rapids (and our sister store, Carvers Meats) seeks a passionate cook who can self manage, work their way around a prep list like a pro, and hustle on the line come lunch time.

    Candidates must have prior restaurant experience or a desire to learn + adapt quickly. Offering great hourly pay and tips for BOH staff! No late nights, kitchen hours are ~11-8pm.

    Interested applicants, please email info@fishlads.com or call the shop at 616-259-7009 and ask to speak with Jeff (owner). We'd love to hear from you today!

    CLICK HERE TO APPLY VIA INDEED

  • Old World Olive Co. is seeking a part-time sales associate to join our team at our downtown Grand Rapids location. We're searching for individuals who share our passion for food, enjoy interacting with people, and take pride in providing exceptional customer service. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to showcase our unique products and create memorable shopping experiences for our customers.

    We're seeking team players who can work both collaboratively and independently as required. This role offers flexibility, with hours ranging from 15 to 20+ per week. Additionally, candidates must be available for two weekends per month and some early evenings. Our store operates Monday through Thursday, 11 am to 7 pm, Friday 11 am to 8 pm, Saturday 10 am to 8 pm, and Sunday 10 am to 7 pm.

    We eagerly await reviewing your resume! For more information or to schedule an interview, contact:

    SHASTA FASE 616 262-2737

    oldworldolivepress@gmail.com

  • We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the Rak team! You will be trained on how to use a wok in order to cook all of our Asian cuisines to our standards. Those with the skills in using a wok is a plus! In addition to cooking, you will work alongside an amazing team to ensure our patrons receive a positive experience.

    APPLY HERE

  • Join a collaborative and creative team of morning decorators who take mochi donuts from flour and eggs to hand dipped and decorated curations each morning! Our team members take pride in their work daily, as they have the opportunity to collaborate on our rotational menu each week. Enjoy seeing your own creations come to fruition!

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  • Hiring weekday help : create poke bowls and prep, customer service experience required.

    DM, EMAIL, CALL us, or STOP IN! We look forward to meeting you!

    To learn more: email Briella, Operations Manager at info@pinktailpoke.com

  • What you'll be doing:

    Customer Service: Helping customers at the cashier and managing the order flow thereafter.

    Morning Kitchen Routine: Preparing the cold display case and cold bar toppings ahead of time.

    Dish Washing: Helping with the dishes during quiet times

    Front Food Runner: Preparing the orders and keeping the kitchen staff informed of when items are running low.

    How to apply:

    Apply on-site or email reach@cafedemiro.com